Shu Chien

An Autobiography and Tributes at His 80th Birthday and Beyond

This book celebrates Professor Shu Chien's contributions and achievements in his eight decades of learning, servicing, innovation and creation. The book is composed of tributes written by family, friends, colleagues, students, and trainees, as well as an autobiography by Professor Chien.

Professor Chien is one of the most eminent scientists in the world. He is a laureate of US National Medal of Science and Taiwan's Presidential Prize in Life Sciences, as well as members of six American and Chinese Academies. Besides his academic achievements in physiology and biomedical engineering, he has made outstanding contributions through leadership in professional organizations in these disciplines. His dedications to education and teaching have inspired countless young scientists around the world. The tribute articles written by family, friends, colleagues, students, and trainees, together with memorable photographs, provide an excellent summary of how this remarkable person is viewed by others. Professor Chien's autobiography presents his illustrious life history and shares his precious experience and philosophy, resonating with the tributes by others. This book makes a very enjoyable and inspirational reading to everyone.

Contents:

• Shu Chien's Autobiography:

  • Growing and Learning
  • My Years as a Faculty in Columbia University (1957-1988)
  • University of California, San Diego (1988-present)
  • U.S. and International Professional Organizations
  • Scientific Activities Outside the United States
  • Retrospect and Prospect

• Tributes to Shu Chien in Celebration of His Eightieth Birthday:

  • Tributes from University of California and San Diego Leadership
  • Tributes from Students
  • Tributes from Fellows
  • Tributes from Colleagues of Columbia and City College of New York
  • Tributes from University of California, San Diego Colleagues
  • Tributes from United States and Beyond
  • Celebrations with Family

• Shu Chien's Curriculum Vitae and Publications:

  • Curriculum Vitae of Shu Chien
  • Publication List

Readership: Researchers, academics, educators, postdoctoral fellows, graduate students and undergraduates in bioengineering, engineering, physiology, biophysics, molecular and cellular biology, medicine and related fields.
Key Features:

• Professor Shu Chien is an outstanding scientist who has received worldwide recognition and dedicated his life to foster collaborations, services, and education
• Professor Shu Chien's selfless contribution has inspired young scientists in physiology, bioengineering, and other disciplines all around the world
• Professor Shu Chien's innovation, creativity, devotion, and leadership have fostered the multidisciplinary collaborations of engineering and biomedical research